Brittany Thomas
Los Angeles,California
Summary
I am committed to special education and other student services with strengths in educational planning, and special education. I am knowledgeable in collaborating with teachers and administrators to improve student understanding of material and provide better teaching methods. I am a very organized and dependable candidate. I have mastered successfully managing multiple responsibilities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. A detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. I can handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Currently, I am seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Student Services
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter School
12.2023 - Current
- Schedule and coordinate 504 Plan & IEP Meetings.
- Create and maintain confidential student 504 & IEP Files.
- Complete weekly SEIS & CALPADS Reports.
- Participate in Professional Administrative training.
- Kept school in full compliance with established policies, legal requirements, and audit requirements.
- Enhanced student services by streamlining processes and implementing efficient systems.
- Collaborated with faculty to create targeted interventions for at-risk students, resulting in increased graduation rates.
- Built strong relationships with community partners and stakeholders to enhance available resources for students.
- Enhanced the IEP process by streamlining communication between teachers, administrators, and parents.
- Developed individualized education programs for students with special needs, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Improved parent involvement in the IEP process through consistent communication and accessible resources.
- Facilitated regular meetings with school staff to review and update individualized education plans as needed.
- Coordinated services with outside agencies, such as therapists and specialists, to ensure holistic support for students.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and reports.
Credentialing Analyst
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter School
12.2023 - Current
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and accreditation standards by conducting thorough audits of credentials files.
- Enhanced department productivity with proper organization and timely completion of tasks.
- Managed strict deadlines effectively, prioritizing tasks and efficiently allocating resources to ensure optimal productivity.
- Received and evaluated applications to look for missing and inaccurate information.
- Prepared records for site visits and file audits.
Student Services Coordinator
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter School
03.2023 - Current
- Coordinated academic advising services to help students select appropriate courses and maintain progress toward degree completion.
- Enhanced student engagement by implementing innovative academic support initiatives and programs.
- Supported student social, emotional, and academic development.
- Provided information and coordinated referrals for available programs.
- Maintain student confidential records.
- Enhanced the IEP process by streamlining communication between teachers, administrators, and parents.
- Developed individualized education programs for students with special needs, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Improved parent involvement in the IEP process through consistent communication and accessible resources.
- Facilitated regular meetings with school staff to review and update individualized education plans as needed.
- Coordinated services with outside agencies, such as therapists and specialists, to ensure holistic support for students.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and reports.
IEP Coordinator
WISH Charter Elementary School
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive support plans for each student.
- Analyzed student assessment data to determine the next steps.
- Enhanced the IEP process by streamlining communication between teachers, administrators, and parents.
- Developed individualized education programs for students with special needs, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Improved parent involvement in the IEP process through consistent communication and accessible resources.
- Facilitated regular meetings with school staff to review and update individualized education plans as needed.
- Coordinated services with outside agencies, such as therapists and specialists, to ensure holistic support for students.
- Managed caseloads efficiently, ensuring timely completion of all required documentation and reports.
- Reduced paperwork burden by implementing digital tracking systems for IEP documentation and progress monitoring.
- Established positive relationships with families through open communication channels that fostered trust and collaboration.
- Used Welligent and CALPADS to maintain student records and prepare reports.
Student Service Technician Special Education
Alta Vista Innovation Charter Schooo
10.2017 - 11.2021
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Scheduled IEP Meetings
- Maintain confidential Special Education Files
- Completed weekly and monthly audit reports
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Education
Master of Science - Humanities & Social Science
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA05.2020
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA06.2018
Skills
- Collaborative Problem-Solving
- Multicultural Competence
- Crisis Management
- Enrollment Management
- Special Education
- Policy Knowledge
- Responsible and Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- School Improvements Planning
- Microsoft Office
- Task Delegation
- Stakeholder Collaboration
Timeline
Director of Student Services
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter School
12.2023 - Current
Credentialing Analyst
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter School
12.2023 - Current
Student Services Coordinator
Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter School
03.2023 - Current
IEP Coordinator
WISH Charter Elementary School
07.2022 - 01.2023
Student Service Technician Special Education
Alta Vista Innovation Charter Schooo
10.2017 - 11.2021
Master of Science - Humanities & Social Science
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Public Administration
California State University - Dominguez Hills
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Los Angeles Southwest College
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